Iraq

Iraq Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Iraq in October.

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Erbil Baghdād As Sulaymānīyah Karbala

Are you planning a trip a to Iraq in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Iraq in October

In October, Iraq experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in As Sulaymānīyah at 28°C (82°F) to very hot in Al Başrah at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Al Başrah and 12°C (54°F) in As Sulaymānīyah. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Iraq in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Karbala with an average of 5.3 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in As Sulaymānīyah with 44 mm (1.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Iraq in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Iraq

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Iraq?

Temperature range in Iraq (October)

Precipitation variation in Iraq (October)

Erbil

In October Erbil generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
31°C (88°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Erbil →

Baghdād

In October Baghdād generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
36°C (97°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
315 hours
273 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Baghdād →

As Sulaymānīyah

In October As Sulaymānīyah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
28°C (82°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in As Sulaymānīyah →

Karbala

In October Karbala generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
35°C (95°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
315 hours
273 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Karbala →

Al Başrah

In October Al Başrah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
45°C (113°F)
38°C (100°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Al Başrah →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Iraq in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Erbil 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Baghdād 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
As Sulaymānīyah 28°C (82°F) 12°C (54°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Karbala 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.3 mm (0.2 in)
Kirkuk 32°C (90°F) 18°C (64°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Ar-Rutbah 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 7.9 mm (0.3 in)

Iraq weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iraq in October?

Iraq typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Erbil average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Iraq in October?

In Erbil, the average daytime high in October is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Iraq get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Iraq during October, with Erbil averaging close to 28 mm (1.1 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Iraq?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Iraq with overall perfect weather in Erbil.

Generally speaking, March, April and November provide perfect weather in Erbil. In contrast, January, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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